Article B4.1.3
LTCS Interruption
Sporting Regulations
Article B4.1.3
LTCS Interruption
Chapter: ARTICLE B4: LAP TIME CLASSIFIED SESSIONS
In Simple Terms
The Race Director can stop LTCS (Like The Car Setup) sessions whenever needed to keep things safe and fair. If a Sprint Qualifying or Qualifying session gets interrupted, the session time will be extended to make up for the lost time—but regular race sessions won't get extra time.
- Race Director has authority to interrupt LTCS sessions for safety or orderly conduct reasons
- Only Sprint Qualifying and Qualifying sessions receive time extensions when interrupted
- Regular race sessions do not get extended time following interruptions
- Interruptions ensure fair and safe racing conditions for all competitors
Official FIA Text
Race Director may interrupt LTCS as necessary to ensure safe and orderly conduct. Only during Sprint Qualifying or Qualifying will session be extended as result of interruption.
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